If you haven't seen Paris seductively calling to you to watch her new cooking show on Netflix, you need to adjust your streaming algorithm. Cooking with Paris is one of the hottest shows on Netflix right now, and it isn't just about the super-easy recipes she whips up or ladies she invites to cook with her.

While we might easily shrug off Paris' culinary skills, it begs a deeper think into why cooking shows have maintained their appeal till today. With the boom of restaurants and the appeal of simply paying for a meal out—yes, even in a pandemic—what is it about watching someone cook on TV that draws in time and time again?